5 Large Don Quijote and MEGA DONKI in Tokyo

Don Quijote (ドン・キホーテ) is a large scale superstore where you can find pretty much anything at discount prices.

Also known as simply “DONKI”, These stores can be found all across Japan and are highly recognizable from far away for its flashy entrance with the penguin mascot. DONKI’s are highly popular among both Japanese people and foreign visitors.

It is very convenient because most DONKI’s are open 24 hours and you will find almost anything that you’re looking for. Food, snacks, souvenirs, cosmetics, skincare products, luxury items, travel goods, clothing, accessories, sports equipment, stationery, cleaning supplies, electronics, toys, party goods, etc… You name it, they most probably got it.

There are also tax-free cashiers for foreign visitors which is another attractive point for foreign visitors.

The interior is stuffed with goods in such a way that it can get overwhelming just walking around. It is definitely an experience.

If you want to buy a souvenir for a friend or family member, but are not quite sure what to buy, this is the perfect place to come.

All DONKI stores are quite big, but there are also “MEGA DONKI” stores which are especially huge! I will introduce to you 5 of the largest Don Quijote stores plus a Mega Donki store in Tokyo.

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4. Don Quijote Asakusa

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Don Quijote Asakusa (ドン・キホーテ 浅草店) is located just 1 minute away from Asakusa station of the Tsukuba Express line.

This Donki store is 4 stories tall and besides the usual stuff that you can find in all Donki stores, you can also find original items you will only find in this particular Donki such as Asakusa souvenirs.

The location is another attractive point about this Donki since you will most probably encounter it as you walk around Asakusa.

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1-minute walk from Asakusa Station (Tsukuba Express) or 9-minute walk from Asakusa Station (Asakusa/Ginza Line)

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24 hours open

5. Don Quijote Ikebukuro station Nishiguchi

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Don Quijote Ikebukuro station Nishiguchi (ドン・キホーテ 池袋駅西口店) is one of the two Don Quijote stores situated near Ikebukuro station.

The other Donki near Ikebukuro station is located right in front of the east exit of Ikebukuro station.

Don Quijote Ikebukuro station Nishiguchi is a newer Donki that opened in 2018 and although it is not as close to the station in comparison to the older Donki, it is larger in size, having 7 stories tall.

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6. Don Quijote Akihabara

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The last Donki on this list is Don Quijote Akihabara (ドン・キホーテ 秋葉原店).

Although this Donki is the only one on this list that isn’t open 24 hours, it is a unique one where you can fell the Akihabara vibe within the store. This 5-story tall Donki has the usual merchandise on the first 4 floors, but on the 5th floor, you will find a cosplay exhibition, a maid cafe, and the AKB48 shop.

In the same building, on the 8th floor, you will also find the original AKB48 theater where you can still go watch AKB48 shows (although it is not easy to get tickets).